Exemplar Health Care
Coventry, Warwickshire
Clinical Nurse Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Position:Clinical Nurse Manager / Deputy Manager NMC Registration:RMN or RNLD Care home:Birch View Location:Coventry, CV6 1QT Contract type:40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Rate:£53,500 per annum This is an exciting opportunity to work for a forward-thinking and growing provider, in a brand new home!Join us as our new Clinical Nurse Manager at Birch View, located in Coventry! In this role, youll work closely with the Home Manager to ensure that the home runs effectively and efficiently, and manage a team of nursing and care colleagues to drive quality and maintain high standards of care. Well support you to develop your clinical skills and offer lots of career development, so you can enjoy a long and rewarding nursing career with us. Join us at the start of something amazing! As we prepare to open our brand-new home, you'll be at the heart of the action - helping shape, grow and define the service from day one. This is your opportunity to make a real difference and be part of an exciting new chapter. About Exemplar Health Care Birch View is part of Exemplar Health Care, one of the countrys leading nursing care providers for adults living with complex and high acuity needs. Were dedicated to making every day better for the people we support, helping them lead meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals. As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress. About Birch View When open, Birch View will support adults living with complex mental health needs, dementia, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities. Birch View will offer a caring environment where people receive the support they need, close to their loved ones. The new home will feature 38 en-suite bedrooms, across three units. Each unit will have its own dining room, lounge, and sensory bathroom. With this small group living, were able to provide a homely and supportive environment, thats more responsive to individual needs. About the role As a Clinical Nurse Manager with Exemplar Health Care, youll play a key role in the daily running of our home. No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include: leading a teamof care and nursing colleagues to ensure that peoples medical, physical, emotional and safeguarding needs are met providing strong leadership tomaintain high standardsanddrive continuous improvement overseeing andmanaging all clinical elementsand risks ensuring compliance with ourclinical governanceframework, regulatory requirements and CQC standards supervisingyour Nursing Team to ensure that care plans and risk assessments are completed and reviewed in a timely manner and reflect interventions appropriately. About you Above all, youre someone who identifies with our Exemplar Health Care values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork. You must also have a first-level nursing registration as a mental health or learning disability nurse (RMN / RNLD), with a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN. As this is a leadership role, you should have a minimum of three years post-registration experience and management or supervisory experience, training or qualification. Youre also someone with: a thorough understanding of nursing care best practice the ability to demonstrate an excellent range of clinical and digital skills lots of enthusiasm for encouraging and motivating others a proactive approach to working on your own initiative great communication skills. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior Registered Nurse looking to develop their clinical skills and progress into a management role. What we offer We offer great rewards and perks including: excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects retail and lifestyle reward discounts free DBS check electric car salary sacrifice scheme paid NMC membership paid access to the RCNi Learning platform 24/7 counselling and support Blue Light Card eligibility. How to apply Sound good? Wed love to hear from you. Click the button to APPLY NOW. Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the post. JBRP1_UKTJ
Clinical Nurse Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Position:Clinical Nurse Manager / Deputy Manager NMC Registration:RMN or RNLD Care home:Birch View Location:Coventry, CV6 1QT Contract type:40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Rate:£53,500 per annum This is an exciting opportunity to work for a forward-thinking and growing provider, in a brand new home!Join us as our new Clinical Nurse Manager at Birch View, located in Coventry! In this role, youll work closely with the Home Manager to ensure that the home runs effectively and efficiently, and manage a team of nursing and care colleagues to drive quality and maintain high standards of care. Well support you to develop your clinical skills and offer lots of career development, so you can enjoy a long and rewarding nursing career with us. Join us at the start of something amazing! As we prepare to open our brand-new home, you'll be at the heart of the action - helping shape, grow and define the service from day one. This is your opportunity to make a real difference and be part of an exciting new chapter. About Exemplar Health Care Birch View is part of Exemplar Health Care, one of the countrys leading nursing care providers for adults living with complex and high acuity needs. Were dedicated to making every day better for the people we support, helping them lead meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals. As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress. About Birch View When open, Birch View will support adults living with complex mental health needs, dementia, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities. Birch View will offer a caring environment where people receive the support they need, close to their loved ones. The new home will feature 38 en-suite bedrooms, across three units. Each unit will have its own dining room, lounge, and sensory bathroom. With this small group living, were able to provide a homely and supportive environment, thats more responsive to individual needs. About the role As a Clinical Nurse Manager with Exemplar Health Care, youll play a key role in the daily running of our home. No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include: leading a teamof care and nursing colleagues to ensure that peoples medical, physical, emotional and safeguarding needs are met providing strong leadership tomaintain high standardsanddrive continuous improvement overseeing andmanaging all clinical elementsand risks ensuring compliance with ourclinical governanceframework, regulatory requirements and CQC standards supervisingyour Nursing Team to ensure that care plans and risk assessments are completed and reviewed in a timely manner and reflect interventions appropriately. About you Above all, youre someone who identifies with our Exemplar Health Care values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork. You must also have a first-level nursing registration as a mental health or learning disability nurse (RMN / RNLD), with a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN. As this is a leadership role, you should have a minimum of three years post-registration experience and management or supervisory experience, training or qualification. Youre also someone with: a thorough understanding of nursing care best practice the ability to demonstrate an excellent range of clinical and digital skills lots of enthusiasm for encouraging and motivating others a proactive approach to working on your own initiative great communication skills. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior Registered Nurse looking to develop their clinical skills and progress into a management role. What we offer We offer great rewards and perks including: excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects retail and lifestyle reward discounts free DBS check electric car salary sacrifice scheme paid NMC membership paid access to the RCNi Learning platform 24/7 counselling and support Blue Light Card eligibility. How to apply Sound good? Wed love to hear from you. Click the button to APPLY NOW. Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the post. JBRP1_UKTJ
The Children's Trust
The Head of Nursing and Quality is a senior strategic and operational leader within The Children s Trust, responsible for delivering the highest standards of nursing, clinical care, safety, and clinical governance across the organisation. Reporting directly to the Director of Nursing and Quality, the postholder provides professional leadership for the nursing and care workforce, oversees the day to day clinical management of the organisation and deputises for the Director of Nursing and Quality / Registered Manager as required. This role ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory frameworks, including CQC, OFSTED Care, National Minimum Standards for Children s Homes, and national patient safety requirements, while fostering a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and improvement. The postholder will lead on the development of evidence-based practice, ensuring services are safe, equitable, responsive, and aligned with The Children s Trust s strategic objectives. Interview date: Friday 2 January 2026 This role is not open for sponsorship. Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Professional Practice Provide highly visible, credible leadership to nursing and care teams across the organisation. Act as a key delegate and deputy for the Director of Nursing and Quality / Registered Manager. Champion a culture that promotes safe, equitable, compassionate, and evidence-based care. Ensure children, young people, and families are meaningfully involved in shaping service delivery and evaluating their experience. Lead the development and delivery of organisational initiatives, contributing to strategic objectives, the business plan, and the organisational dashboard. Proactively network externally to promote the organisation s clinical and professional profile. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance Ensure full compliance with CQC, OFSTED Care, National Minimum Standards for Children s Homes, NMC standards, and other applicable legislation. Lead audits of CQC and Ofsted standards, identifying gaps and implementing robust action plans. Assist in the continued development, implementation, and maintenance of an effective organisation-wide clinical governance framework. Jointly coordinate the completion of the annual Quality Account. Lead clinical policy development, ensuring all clinical policies are evidence-based, current, and understood by staff. Patient Safety, Clinical Risk and Incident Management Lead a culture of transparency, learning, and continuous improvement within the Nursing and Care directorate. Implement and oversee the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) and annual associated plan alongside the Head of Clinical Governance. Ensure timely review and oversight of incident reporting, risk assessments, serious incident investigations, and associated actions. Promote and strengthen organisational processes for identifying, mitigating, and monitoring clinical risks. Communicate themes and learning from incidents across the organisation. Workforce Leadership, Development and Management Provide professional leadership to nursing, care, safeguarding, respiratory, pharmacy, clinical governance and clinical education teams. Line manage: Business Support Manager, Senior Clinical Lead, Lead Respiratory Nurse and three house managers, and associated teams. Ensure robust workforce planning, including appropriate skill mix and safe staffing. Lead recruitment and retention strategies for nursing and care services in partnership with the People Team. Ensure regular, high-quality clinical supervision, appraisal, and professional development opportunities. Oversee NMC revalidation processes and compliance with professional standards. Build high-performing teams through motivation, recognition, coaching, and consistent performance management. Nursing and Care Leadership Provide strategic leadership for the nursing and care education team and line manager this through the Senior Clinical Lead. Ensure a safe and effective education provision aligned with national standards and NMC, and other regulatory requirements. Safeguarding Ensure strong collaboration with safeguarding professionals ensuring safeguarding governance, policy implementation, training compliance, and multi-agency collaboration. Provide senior oversight of safeguarding concerns, investigations, and learning in conjunction with the Director of Nursing and Quality, and wider safeguarding team. Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Provide leadership for infection prevention and control, ensuring compliance with national guidelines. Monitor infection data, oversee IPC audits, and initiate improvement strategies. Promote best practice in all clinical and residential settings. Documentation, Information Management and Digital Systems Ensure safe, accurate and secure medical and care records, with regular audit for compliance. Maximise use of digital systems to support clinical decision-making, documentation, and governance. Ensure clear, consistent standards for record-keeping across all clinical and care areas. Resource, Budget and Performance Management Hold delegated responsibility for staffing and non-staffing budgets across nursing, care, and residential services. Lead capital and equipment planning to ensure all clinical environments are safe and fit for purpose. Review and ensure effective skill mix and resource allocation. Set SMART objectives for direct reports and monitor performance through structured quarterly reviews. Senior Leadership and Organisational Responsibilities Serve as a critical member of the Nursing and Care Senior Leadership Team. Participate in the senior site manager weekend rota. Communicate organisational messages effectively and relay staff feedback to senior leaders. Undertake additional duties aligned with the role s scope and organisational requirements. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations and The Children's Trust policies. Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems. Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary. Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience. Remains organised and focused when under pressure. Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback. Motivates self and other. Education: Registered Nurse. Leadership / management qualification. Master s degree in relevant subject. Experience: Evidence of recent management and leadership experience at equivalent to Band 8c or above, for a minimum of two years. Evidence of continuous professional and personal development. Experience of working with children and families with complex health needs. Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: Dynamic, passionate, open, collaborative, and supportive leadership style. Able to build teams and delegate. Able to problem solve and make informed decisions, and take charge of events. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong influencing skills in depth knowledge of all relevant regulatory legislation, with experience of implementing and working to them. Demonstrable track record of achievement in quality and patient safety. Experience of leading a service and of transformational change. Experience managing projects. Experience of effective partnership working, with both internal and external stakeholders. Experience of managing budgets. Personal Qualities: Commitment to the vision and values of The Children s Trust. Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload. Highly motivated and reliable. Ability to cope working in a demanding environment. Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. . click apply for full job details
The Head of Nursing and Quality is a senior strategic and operational leader within The Children s Trust, responsible for delivering the highest standards of nursing, clinical care, safety, and clinical governance across the organisation. Reporting directly to the Director of Nursing and Quality, the postholder provides professional leadership for the nursing and care workforce, oversees the day to day clinical management of the organisation and deputises for the Director of Nursing and Quality / Registered Manager as required. This role ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory frameworks, including CQC, OFSTED Care, National Minimum Standards for Children s Homes, and national patient safety requirements, while fostering a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and improvement. The postholder will lead on the development of evidence-based practice, ensuring services are safe, equitable, responsive, and aligned with The Children s Trust s strategic objectives. Interview date: Friday 2 January 2026 This role is not open for sponsorship. Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Professional Practice Provide highly visible, credible leadership to nursing and care teams across the organisation. Act as a key delegate and deputy for the Director of Nursing and Quality / Registered Manager. Champion a culture that promotes safe, equitable, compassionate, and evidence-based care. Ensure children, young people, and families are meaningfully involved in shaping service delivery and evaluating their experience. Lead the development and delivery of organisational initiatives, contributing to strategic objectives, the business plan, and the organisational dashboard. Proactively network externally to promote the organisation s clinical and professional profile. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance Ensure full compliance with CQC, OFSTED Care, National Minimum Standards for Children s Homes, NMC standards, and other applicable legislation. Lead audits of CQC and Ofsted standards, identifying gaps and implementing robust action plans. Assist in the continued development, implementation, and maintenance of an effective organisation-wide clinical governance framework. Jointly coordinate the completion of the annual Quality Account. Lead clinical policy development, ensuring all clinical policies are evidence-based, current, and understood by staff. Patient Safety, Clinical Risk and Incident Management Lead a culture of transparency, learning, and continuous improvement within the Nursing and Care directorate. Implement and oversee the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) and annual associated plan alongside the Head of Clinical Governance. Ensure timely review and oversight of incident reporting, risk assessments, serious incident investigations, and associated actions. Promote and strengthen organisational processes for identifying, mitigating, and monitoring clinical risks. Communicate themes and learning from incidents across the organisation. Workforce Leadership, Development and Management Provide professional leadership to nursing, care, safeguarding, respiratory, pharmacy, clinical governance and clinical education teams. Line manage: Business Support Manager, Senior Clinical Lead, Lead Respiratory Nurse and three house managers, and associated teams. Ensure robust workforce planning, including appropriate skill mix and safe staffing. Lead recruitment and retention strategies for nursing and care services in partnership with the People Team. Ensure regular, high-quality clinical supervision, appraisal, and professional development opportunities. Oversee NMC revalidation processes and compliance with professional standards. Build high-performing teams through motivation, recognition, coaching, and consistent performance management. Nursing and Care Leadership Provide strategic leadership for the nursing and care education team and line manager this through the Senior Clinical Lead. Ensure a safe and effective education provision aligned with national standards and NMC, and other regulatory requirements. Safeguarding Ensure strong collaboration with safeguarding professionals ensuring safeguarding governance, policy implementation, training compliance, and multi-agency collaboration. Provide senior oversight of safeguarding concerns, investigations, and learning in conjunction with the Director of Nursing and Quality, and wider safeguarding team. Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Provide leadership for infection prevention and control, ensuring compliance with national guidelines. Monitor infection data, oversee IPC audits, and initiate improvement strategies. Promote best practice in all clinical and residential settings. Documentation, Information Management and Digital Systems Ensure safe, accurate and secure medical and care records, with regular audit for compliance. Maximise use of digital systems to support clinical decision-making, documentation, and governance. Ensure clear, consistent standards for record-keeping across all clinical and care areas. Resource, Budget and Performance Management Hold delegated responsibility for staffing and non-staffing budgets across nursing, care, and residential services. Lead capital and equipment planning to ensure all clinical environments are safe and fit for purpose. Review and ensure effective skill mix and resource allocation. Set SMART objectives for direct reports and monitor performance through structured quarterly reviews. Senior Leadership and Organisational Responsibilities Serve as a critical member of the Nursing and Care Senior Leadership Team. Participate in the senior site manager weekend rota. Communicate organisational messages effectively and relay staff feedback to senior leaders. Undertake additional duties aligned with the role s scope and organisational requirements. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations and The Children's Trust policies. Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems. Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary. Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience. Remains organised and focused when under pressure. Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback. Motivates self and other. Education: Registered Nurse. Leadership / management qualification. Master s degree in relevant subject. Experience: Evidence of recent management and leadership experience at equivalent to Band 8c or above, for a minimum of two years. Evidence of continuous professional and personal development. Experience of working with children and families with complex health needs. Skills, Abilities & Knowledge: Dynamic, passionate, open, collaborative, and supportive leadership style. Able to build teams and delegate. Able to problem solve and make informed decisions, and take charge of events. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong influencing skills in depth knowledge of all relevant regulatory legislation, with experience of implementing and working to them. Demonstrable track record of achievement in quality and patient safety. Experience of leading a service and of transformational change. Experience managing projects. Experience of effective partnership working, with both internal and external stakeholders. Experience of managing budgets. Personal Qualities: Commitment to the vision and values of The Children s Trust. Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload. Highly motivated and reliable. Ability to cope working in a demanding environment. Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. . click apply for full job details
St Christopher's Fellowship
Salary: up to £50,000 depending on experience and qualifications 40 hours per week including evenings, weekends and bank holidays Contract: Permanent Location: East Croydon (Sanderstead Station) We have a fantastic opportunity to join St Christopher's fellowship as a Deputy Manager for our new specialist Children s home in Croydon. You will work alongside the Registered Manager to lead and support a professional team of staff committed to transforming young lives and creating positive outcomes. You will be supported by Team Leaders, experienced Residential Practitioners, as well as our Wrap Around and Education Teams. Visit our website to watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher s About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities. About the Role As Deputy Manager, you will lead and support a professional team of staff committed to transforming young lives and creating positive outcomes. You will be supported by a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Team Leaders, and the team of residential staff. Key aspect of the role: To assist the manager in safeguarding and ensuring every child and young person receives high quality care as measured by Ofsted in the social care common inspection framework. To assist the manager in the management of the home, including the staff, external relationships, the budget, the resources and fabric of the building. St Christopher s Academy Our 'St Christopher s Academy' ensures our staff is continually developing. We will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher s Academy, please visit our website The successful candidate will have: A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Youth Work etc) A willingness to undertake a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, if possessing only a Level 3 qualification relevant to the role At least 2 years experience in residential children s homes At least 1 years experience of staff supervision and management responsibility. Ability to develop appropriate one-to-one relationships with young people and employ mentoring skills that empower young people to achieve their goals. Numeracy skills to manage budgets efficiently and contribute to the budgetary process. An understanding of the regulatory framework relevant to the provision of residential services for children and young people. Awareness of issues facing young people such as bullying, gangs and exploitation and how these impact on behaviour. An understanding of trauma informed practice Ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays and undertake sleep-ins. Ability and willingness to be part of an on call rota overseeing multiple Homes. In return we offer: Starting salary up to £50,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications Opportunities to develop your career and become a Registered Manager. A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK. Discretionary funded training programs. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services. Recruitment Process: At St Christopher s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements. Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification please visit our website. CV s will not be accepted. For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact us via our website. Please note: This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act occupational requirement . It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
Salary: up to £50,000 depending on experience and qualifications 40 hours per week including evenings, weekends and bank holidays Contract: Permanent Location: East Croydon (Sanderstead Station) We have a fantastic opportunity to join St Christopher's fellowship as a Deputy Manager for our new specialist Children s home in Croydon. You will work alongside the Registered Manager to lead and support a professional team of staff committed to transforming young lives and creating positive outcomes. You will be supported by Team Leaders, experienced Residential Practitioners, as well as our Wrap Around and Education Teams. Visit our website to watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher s About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities. About the Role As Deputy Manager, you will lead and support a professional team of staff committed to transforming young lives and creating positive outcomes. You will be supported by a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Team Leaders, and the team of residential staff. Key aspect of the role: To assist the manager in safeguarding and ensuring every child and young person receives high quality care as measured by Ofsted in the social care common inspection framework. To assist the manager in the management of the home, including the staff, external relationships, the budget, the resources and fabric of the building. St Christopher s Academy Our 'St Christopher s Academy' ensures our staff is continually developing. We will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher s Academy, please visit our website The successful candidate will have: A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Youth Work etc) A willingness to undertake a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, if possessing only a Level 3 qualification relevant to the role At least 2 years experience in residential children s homes At least 1 years experience of staff supervision and management responsibility. Ability to develop appropriate one-to-one relationships with young people and employ mentoring skills that empower young people to achieve their goals. Numeracy skills to manage budgets efficiently and contribute to the budgetary process. An understanding of the regulatory framework relevant to the provision of residential services for children and young people. Awareness of issues facing young people such as bullying, gangs and exploitation and how these impact on behaviour. An understanding of trauma informed practice Ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays and undertake sleep-ins. Ability and willingness to be part of an on call rota overseeing multiple Homes. In return we offer: Starting salary up to £50,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications Opportunities to develop your career and become a Registered Manager. A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK. Discretionary funded training programs. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services. Recruitment Process: At St Christopher s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements. Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification please visit our website. CV s will not be accepted. For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact us via our website. Please note: This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act occupational requirement . It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
